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Saving babies' lives project impact and results evaluation (SPiRE): a mixed methodology study
Kate Widdows1, Holly E Reid1, Stephen A Roberts2
1Maternal and Fetal Health Research Centre, School of Medical Sciences, University of Manchester, St Mary's Hospital, Oxford Road, Manchester, UK.
BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
|January 31, 2018
Summary
This study evaluates the Saving Babies' Lives care bundle
Area of Science:
- Maternal and Fetal Health
- Healthcare Implementation Science
- Public Health Interventions
Background:
- Reducing stillbirth and neonatal death is a UK priority.
- The Saving Babies' Lives care bundle is key to achieving this.
- Implementation varies across maternity units, necessitating evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of the Saving Babies' Lives care bundle on UK maternity services.
- To assess the effect on perinatal outcomes.
- To understand implementation processes and influencing factors.
Main Methods:
- Multicentre evaluation using quantitative and qualitative methods (SPiRE study).
- Involves 20 NHS Trusts and ~100,000 births.
- Data extraction from maternity records, audits, questionnaires, and health economic analysis.
Main Results:
- This section is not available in the provided abstract.
- Further research is needed to determine the impact on stillbirth rates and service delivery.
- The study aims to provide practice-based evidence for refining the care bundle.
Conclusions:
- The study will provide valuable practice-based evidence on the implementation of the Saving Babies' Lives care bundle.
- Findings will inform future development and refinement of the care bundle to improve perinatal outcomes.
- Understanding implementation processes is crucial for successful adoption in diverse settings.